Education Notes – 6/2/23
Wetmore named to JSU spring 2023 President’s List
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Elizabeth Grace Wetmore of Cape Coral has been named to the President’s List at Jacksonville State University for her outstanding academic performance over the Spring 2023 semester. To be named to the President’s List, students must earn a perfect 4.0 GPA for the semester while completing at least 12 hours of GPA course credit.
Founded in 1883 as a state teachers college, Jacksonville State University has grown from humble beginnings into the Alabama regional university with the highest percentage of accredited programs. Located in the Appalachian foothills midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, JSU offers more than 150 courses of study, including over 40 online programs, at the undergraduate and graduate level.
To learn more, visit www.jsu.edu, call 1-800-231-JAX1 or e-mail jaxfacts@jsu.edu.
Meredith receives degree from Maryville College
MARYVILLE, Tenn. – James Meredith received a bachelor of arts from Maryville College during May 6 Commencement exercises held on campus in Maryville, Tennessee.
Meredith is a native of Cape Coral and a graduate of Mariner High School who majored in management.
Maryville College is a nationally-ranked institution of higher learning and one of America’s oldest colleges, offering nearly 1,200 students from around the world more than 60 majors, seven pre-professional programs and career preparation.
For additional information, visit https://www.maryvillecollege.edu/.
Chatham University Falk School of Sustainability & Environment announces Dean’s List for spring 2023
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – The following student has been named to the Chatham University Falk School of Sustainability & Environment Dean’s List for the Spring 2023 term. To be eligible for Dean’s List, students must carry a GPA of at least 3.5 and complete a minimum of 12 credits for a letter grade.
• Ariel Garbin of Cape Coral.
Chatham University is located on Woodland Road in Pittsburgh. For more about the university and its programs, visit https://www.chatham.edu.
Lopez earns associate degree at SAU Tech
EAST CAMDEN, Arkansas — SAU Tech has announced that Tatiana Lopez from Cape Coral has earned an associate degree in health sciences -practical nursing emphasis in academic year 2022-2023.
SAU Tech is a two-year public college part of the Southern Arkansas University System. The college began in 1968 and has an average enrollment of over 1,800 students. SAU Tech operates under the governance of the board of trustees of the Southern Arkansas University System in Magnolia, Arkansas.
For additional information, visit https://www.sautech.edu/.
School District of Lee County’s Summer School options on website
The School District of Lee County has announced a special webpage has been created to make searching for summer school options simpler. Parents only need to log on to https://sites.google.com/leeschoolsnet/lee-county-summer-camps/home to view and learn about the more than 30 camps and programs.
Summer school options are available for PreK through 12th grade students. Each camp is taught by a certified educator and offers rigorous and engaging curriculum. Some camps are by invitation only and invitations to those programs have already been sent out.
The webpage offers easy to use links for students by grade level and programs, while also providing a link to transportation questions.
Summer school programs start as early as June 8 and end no later than July 20. Parents are encouraged to register quickly so as not to miss the deadlines.
SW employee and alumna win state awards
FORT MYERS – The Florida College System Activities Association recently named Florida SouthWestern State College’s Dr. Jackie Beard and Dr. Sue Buntic to the FCSAA Hall of Fame for their work and support of the Florida College System. The FCSAA Hall of Fame is comprised of administrators, coaches, advisors, officials, students and other nominees that have contributed a minimum of 10 years to FCSAA or one of its member institutions. They have been selected by their peers on the merits of their community and state college contributions and achievements as well as significant accomplishments.
Beard, FSW senior coordinator of Student Transitions, began serving the Florida College System since 2009 when he was a student at the College of Central Florida, where he was a member of the Student Government Association. In his role at FSW, Beard oversees numerous college programs and initiatives focused on student success and achievement. He also serves as co-advisor of the Student Government Association.
FSW alumna Buntic returned to her alma matter and served in roles at the college for 11 years including FSW’s first student life specialist and assistant director of Student Life. She spearheaded FSW’s Collegewide Student Government Association and developed collegewide civic engagement volunteer opportunities via internal college and community partners including the American Heart Association, American Cancer Association, and Habitat for Humanity. She currently serves as the social studies department chair at LaBelle Middle School.
Florida SouthWestern State College annually serves more than 18,000 students globally, offering a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees and professional certifications. Study and travel abroad opportunities are available for students through FSW’s Center for International Education.
For additional information about the awards or the college, please visit www.FSW.edu for more information.